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Summer is Here – Protect Your UPS Batteries From Disastrous Heat

30 Aug 2023
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Did you know that heat can affect the lifespan of your UPS batteries? 

The hotter it is, the faster they will wear out. 

Summer is here and you probably want to make the most of long, lazy days at the beach. However, with summer comes one of the most volatile seasons for your UPS batteries. 

The heat can be fatal for them! 

If your battery doesn’t have a protection against heat, it’s vulnerable to thermal runaway. And if it does, it can still overheat due to high temperatures. 

Luckily there are a few simple things you can do now to prevent this from happening. 

 

Top 3 ways to protect your UPS batteries from the heat this summer.

 

Summer is kicking in and it’s time to start thinking about how you can preserve the life of your UPS batteries. 

It’s important to have a plan in place that will protect them from the heat this summer. Here are some steps to take:

 

1-Invest in a high-quality battery 

Summer is a time of year when people flock to the beach and spend more time outdoors. It’s also a season where they spend more time outside in their homes, as well as at work. So, it is no surprise that there are many UPS  batteries on the market for this specific occasion. What you may not know about these batteries is that there are high-quality and low-quality ones. Low quality batteries might not be able to stay cool or last as long. That is why it is so important to invest in a high-quality UPS battery for your summer needs.

One option is to invest in a high-quality UPS battery like the APC Smart-UPS line of backup power protection products.

 

2-Schedule an inspection and service by a technician 

The summer heat is on, and you need to take care of your UPS batteries to avoid the risk of losing power during a hot day. The most important thing to do is schedule an inspection and service by a technician. These professionals can test your UPS battery's charge and make sure they are running at peak performance. They can also show you how to keep your UPS battery cool, which may be necessary if you have a high-power load or live in a hot climate. Your UPS batteries will last longer if they are inspected and serviced by a technician every year or two.

 

3- Check the temperature regularly

Temperature fluctuations can play havoc on your UPS batteries, damaging them! With temperatures this summer reaching upwards of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, it's important to protect your UPS batteries from the heat. 

 

There are a few steps you can take to make sure your UPS is running at maximum efficiency this summer. 

 

1-Place your UPS batteries in a well-ventilated area with plenty of room for air flow. 

 

2-Keep the fan on at all times to keep cool air circulating around the battery casing.

 

3-Be sure to monitor the battery temperature every 2 hours and adjust accordingly. 

 

4-Replace old or outgrown batteries before they break down completely. 

 

Finally, make sure you have enough power backup during peak hours of consumption so there is no interruption from power surges and outages during extreme heat conditions.

 

Some of the other ways to protect your UPS batteries from the heat this summer are

 

1-Turn off power supply when not in use.

 

2-Use an external battery cooling unit or thermoelectric cooler 

 

3-Install air conditioning in your server room 

 

4-Place your UPS batteries in a well-ventilated area 

 

5-Be sure to charge your UPS battery on a regular basis 

 

6-Keep your UPS batteries cool with a fan 

 

What to do if your UPS battery overheats

 

What happens if your UPS battery overheats? If you have a backup battery and it overheats, the power will shut off. When this happens, your battery will stop charging and your computer will shut down until the battery cools. Fortunately, the problem is usually minor and can be fixed with just a few precautions.

Here are some steps to take if your UPS battery overheats:

 

1) Immediately unplug the unit and turn it off.

 

2) Turn off any other electrical devices 

 

3) Leave the room for at least 15 minutes 

 

4) Check that there's no fire. If there is, call for help immediately 

 

5) Let the equipment cool before turning it back on

 

What Is The Best Way To Keep Your UPS Batteries Cool?

 

The summer is hot and the heat is not kind to UPS batteries. It only takes a few hours in a hot environment for the batteries to lose their charge and power. This means that your UPS may need more maintenance and you may be doing more battery replacements than usual, costing you time and money.

So how can you keep your UPS batteries cool? Here are some ways:

 

1-Place your UPS farther away from windows and doors where the heat will enter

 

2-Have a clean, well-ventilated space for the unit

 

3-Mount it on an insulated wall or floor

 

4-Make sure it's in an area with plenty of air circulation

 

5-Keep the temperature at 68 degrees Fahrenheit or cooler.

 

6- A battery cooling system is ideal for larger batteries that cannot be cooled in other ways.

 

Before you go:

 

Summer is in full swing and it’s not just the weather that’s heating up. Temperature fluctuations can play havoc on your UPS batteries, damaging them! With temperatures this summer reaching upwards of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, it's important to protect your UPS batteries from the heat.

And if you don’t take proper precautions, your UPS batteries may become damaged from too much heat. 

 

If you have any questions regarding UPS Systems, Data Centers, please contact us using the information below 

 


-Email us at marketing@msplgroup.com

-Call on +91 96960 86262/ 022-40991100   

 

Stay protected with Mahavir Sys Power today!

 


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